State reopening guidance impacts City facilities and services

The City of Lenexa is following the guidelines of Kansas Governor Laura Kelly’s Ad Astra: A Plan to Reopen Kansas, which is strongly recommended by Johnson County. Lenexa Parks & Recreation will reopen facilities and resume some programs and events in limited capacities starting June 1, at the earliest.

Trees

Keeping our urban forest healthy and safe is a priority. We’re proud to have earned the Tree City USA designation, and with the community’s help, we can help keep our trees and city beautiful for generations to come.

Trees in the right of way

Trees that are on your property and located in the public right of way are considered your responsibility as the homeowner. Typically, the right of way is approximately 12-15 feet from the back of the curb. The city has the right to trim or remove trees in the right of way for safety reasons, but general maintenance is the property owner's responsibility.

You are not required to replace a street tree if you remove one from your property.

Right-of-way tree trimming

During January, February and March (and other months when we see problems), our certified arborists and highly trained staff trim trees along the public right of way. We may trim trees if they: